Question 1

Explain the emergence of terrorism as the strategy of choice for groups in the late-twentieth and early-twenty-first centuries and how governments have attempted to battle terrorists.

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Question 2

Which of the following is true about the Soviet bloc?

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The Soviet bloc, also known as the Eastern bloc, was a group of countries with Communist regimes that were aligned with the Soviet Union. It included countries like Poland, East Germany, Hungary, and others in Eastern Europe. Its formation was not the turning point in World War II, and it did not consist of countries that had seceded from the Soviet Union. It was also not designed to prevent supplies from entering West Berlin, although the Soviet Union did impose a blockade on West Berlin in 1948. Lastly, the Soviet bloc was not an alliance set up by the United States and Western Europe, but rather a rival alliance to NATO.

Question 3

Analyze the two Iraq wars in terms of both causes and consequences, and assess the impact of both on the future of the Middle East.

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Question 4

In what ways has the United States made humanitarian efforts in different parts of the world?

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Question 5

Explain the problem of nuclear proliferation in relation to Iran and North Korea.

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Question 6

After World War I, the United States returned to a state of "normalcy" in foreign policy, which meant

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After World War I, the United States returned to a state of "normalcy" in foreign policy, which meant a reduction in military forces and defense spending and a return to isolationism. This was prompted by a desire to focus on domestic issues and a belief that American interests were best served by staying out of international affairs. This was reflected in a number of policies, such as the rejection of the League of Nations and a reduction in foreign aid.

Question 7

During the Cold War, there was

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Despite the high tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, there was never any direct military conflict between the two superpowers. Instead, the conflict was largely fought through proxy wars, espionage, and a range of other tactics that did not involve direct military engagement between the two countries.

Question 8

The United States was the only major country to emerge from World War II with

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The United States was the only major country to emerge from World War II with operational nuclear weapons, giving it a significant advantage in international relations and setting the stage for the Cold War.

Question 9

Explain the role of the United States in Afghanistan and the problems encountered there.

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Question 10

The doctrine of containment set forth by George F. Kennan

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The doctrine of containment, set forth by George F. Kennan in his famous "Long Telegram" in 1946, proposed that the United States should seek to contain the spread of Communism, rather than seeking to "roll back" Communist influence in Eastern Europe. This idea was expressed in the Truman Doctrine enunciated by President Harry Truman in 1947. The doctrine of containment became a cornerstone of American foreign policy throughout the Cold War.

Question 11

How important is the relationship between the United States and Russia compared to other countries today?

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Question 12

Which of the following statements best generalizes United States foreign policy during the 1800s?

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The United States mostly stayed out of European conflicts and politics during the 1800s, but pursued an expansionist policy in the Western Hemisphere. This is evident through actions such as the Louisiana Purchase, the Monroe Doctrine, and the Mexican-American War. While the United States did engage in some limited overseas expansion (such as the annexation of Hawaii), it was not a dominant feature of foreign policy during this time period.

Question 13

U.S. foreign-policy isolationism can be said to have ended completely when

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The attack on Pearl Harbor led to the United States declaring war on Japan and entering World War II, signaling an end to isolationism in foreign policy.

Question 14

Explain the constitutional clash of powers between the president and Congress in the area of foreign policymaking.

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Question 15

Describe the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians and the efforts to bring peace to this troubled part of the world.

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Question 16

Perhaps the closest the United States and the Soviet Union came to a nuclear confrontation was the

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The Cuban Missile Crisis was a 13-day political and military standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union over the installation of Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba. It is considered the closest the two superpowers came to a nuclear war, with tensions being high and both sides mobilizing their military forces. The crisis was eventually resolved through diplomatic negotiations and the removal of missiles on both sides.

Question 17

Explain the role that China has come to play in the world. How should the United States interact with China in the future?

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Question 18

The Monroe Doctrine stated that

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The Monroe Doctrine was a declaration made by President James Monroe in 1823. It stated that European nations should not establish new colonies in the Western Hemisphere or intervene in the affairs of independent nations of the Western Hemisphere. This was meant to protect the newly independent Latin American countries from European colonization or interference.

Question 19

Should the United States practice a foreign policy more oriented toward moral idealism or political realism, and why?

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Question 20

Why did the United States turn to China when North Korea conducted a second nuclear test? Was this a good idea? Why or why not?

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Quiz 14: Foreign Policy